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MS-13
Mara Salvatrucha, commonly known as MS-13, is an international criminal gang that originated in Los Angeles, California, in the 1980s. Originally, the gang was set up to protect Salvadoran immigrants from other gangs in the Los Angeles area. Over time, the gang grew into a more traditional criminal organization. MS-13 has a longtime rivalry with the 18th Street gang.
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cameoplus · 2026-04-21
Arrest, charge, conviction, or sentencing in El Salvador
El Salvador holds mass trial of nearly 500 alleged gang members
🇺🇸USA
cameoplus · 2026-04-03
Arrest, charge, conviction, or sentencing in Waterbury
ICE arrests MS-13 gang member wanted for murdering Connecticut pastor
🇺🇸USA
cameoplus · 2026-04-02
Arrest, charge, conviction, or sentencing in San Diego
ICE jails El Salvador man convicted of murder in 'The Witch' case